Why You Should Hire Us

Robert Landheer has over 34 years of experience as a criminal defense attorney. He has defended a wide variety of criminal charges, including murder, sexual assault, resisting arrest, and driving under the influence.

Being charged with a crime can be a stressful experience. Our team is here to help you through this trying and difficult time. Landheer Law will walk you through the process, including entering a plea, reviewing defenses, and discussing plea offers from the district attorney.

Law Office of Robert Landheer

Landheer Law is a criminal defense firm in Santa Barbara, California. We are located at 924 Anacapa Street, Suite 1-T. Our phone number is (805) 962-5103. The Law Office of Robert Landheer provides services throughout Southern California.

Criminal Defense is Our Specialty

Criminal defense is our specialty at the Law Office of Robert Landheer. We are passionate about criminal defense and strive to provide the best criminal defense for our clients.

If you or someone you know is charged with a crime, contact criminal law specialist Robert F. Landheer. We are available by phone at 805.962.5103 or email at

We provide confidential consultations and are standing by to assist you when you need us.

Russell Brown is a Santa Barbara native and alumnus of San Marcos High School. Russell is hard-working and dedicated to serving his clients. Russell began practicing criminal defense in 2016 under the mentorship of Robert Landheer.

Robert Landheer Law Office

When you hire us, you get:

Guidance from a board-certified specialist

Mr. Landheer is certified by the California Board of Legal Specialization as a specialist in criminal law. Mr. Landheer has been a Certified Criminal Law Specialist since 1997. Hiring a criminal law specialist gets you high quality representation for your case.

A respected law firm on your side

Other Santa Barbara lawyers recognize Robert Landheer as a leader in the field of criminal defense. Attorney Russell Brown is a native of Santa Barbara and is dedicated to the same high standards. They are fearless in their advocacy in the courtroom and committed to the highest quality of representation to their clients.

The confidence that comes with a history of quality results

Robert Landheer has been practicing criminal defense in Santa Barbara for three decades. Mr. Landheer's reputation in the community is a testament to his integrity and commitment to protecting his clients' rights and best interests.

Legal protection

When you are charged with a crime, you are presumed innocent until proven guilty. Landheer Law will make sure that you are presumed innocent and will fight to protect your constitutional rights.

Specialized legal skill

Mr. Landheer was appointed by the California Supreme Court to represent capital defendants. He has been representing a client on death row at San Quentin State Prison for almost 19 years.

Access to resources outside the criminal justice system

We serve clients inside and outside the courtroom. We refer clients with mental health issues to medical specialists who can diagnose and treat mental disorders, which are often the underlying cause of criminal behavior. Mental health problems are often a mitigating circumstance. Treatment under the auspices of a therapeutic court is an alternative to incarceration.

Substance abuse treatment resources

We help clients who have alcohol and/or drug problems by helping them to find the appropriate program and resources they need.